WEATHER ALERT FOR TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2017

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement for Vanderburgh County.

The NWS warns, "An outbreak of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes appears increasingly likely tonight into early Wednesday. The primary hazards will be isolated tornadoes and large hail. There is a moderate risk of severe thunderstorms for much of our region."

"The potential exists for an outbreak of tornadoes, including some strong tornadoes. Supercell thunderstorms capable of very large hail and destructive winds will progress northeast at very rapid speeds. Very heavy downpours could result in localized flash flooding. A Flash Flood Watch has been issued for parts of western Kentucky, southern Illinois, and southwest Indiana."

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